Warehouse Manager

Kinder's•Walnut Creek, CA

2h•$135,000 - $155,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Kinder’s is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to oversee storage and order fulfillment handled by third-party logistics (3PL) warehouse providers. The role coordinates internal operations with warehousing partners and supports warehouse best practices, KPI performance, and the efficient flow of goods and information across inbound and outbound supply chain processes. The position calls for warehouse and supply chain expertise, continuous improvement, and hands-on problem-solving to help scale operations. The role partners with Customer Operations, Co-Manufacturing, Finance, Supply Planning, Inventory Control, Logistics, and external providers. It leads initiatives to streamline operations, manage costs and risks, ensure receiving and shipping performance, and establish processes and measures that support service quality, business continuity, and growth. It also supports sourcing and onboarding for category and distribution-channel expansion. The position is based at Kinder’s Walnut Creek, California office under a hybrid structure: four days per week in the office, with Fridays flexible between the office and working from home. The expected starting salary is $135,000–$155,000 per year. The company describes benefits that may include paid time off, 401(k), bonus or incentive eligibility, equity grants, competitive health benefits, and family-friendly benefits including parental leave; eligibility varies.

Requirements

5 to 7+ years of warehouse logistics or supply chain leadership experience.
Experience managing third-party distribution center operations.
Strong analytical skills and ability to set and achieve goals and engage in creative problem-solving.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with commitment to completing tasks.
Ability to work flexibly and efficiently as a motivated self-starter requiring little direction, manage multiple priorities, and solve problems creatively.
Commitment to actively participating in a fast-paced, high-growth company.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Advanced proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).

Nice To Haves

Operations background in consumer packaged goods supply chain or operations.
Familiarity with SAP.
Familiarity with RF scanning technologies.
Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field (preferred).
Industry certifications such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified Professional in Lean Six Sigma/Continuous Improvement, or Certified ASCM.

Responsibilities

Provide operational leadership and act as a thought partner to Customer Operations, Co-Manufacturing, Finance, Supply Planning, Inventory Control, and Logistics teams.
Oversee and optimize 3PL warehouse operations, including storage, order fulfillment, inbound receiving, and outbound shipping.
Identify process bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement initiatives to streamline warehousing operations.
Partner with Logistics and Inventory Management teams to optimize warehouse utilization and inventory flow.
Implement cost-saving measures that reduce warehouse expenses while maintaining service quality.
Identify warehouse operational risks, including delays, disruptions, and compliance challenges; review third-party root cause analyses and develop contingency plans and process controls.
Create and document standard operating procedures that maintain high warehouse operational standards.
Participate in new facility openings and operational transitions.
Develop warehouse KPI scorecards and third-party warehouse audit and continuous improvement programs.
Ensure timely and accurate receiving and shipping performance, and align warehouse operations with customer expectations.
Maintain communication with internal teams and external partners to support a consistent customer experience.
Ensure 3PL warehouses meet KPI goals for receiving, put-away, picking, shipping, OS&Ds, returns, and value-added services.
Adapt warehouse operations to seasonal fluctuations, market shifts, new product launches, and other changing business needs; implement operational models for near-term demands and long-term growth.
Support category expansion teams in sourcing, onboarding, and establishing new product categories or distribution channels.
Help maintain relationships with new suppliers, logistics partners, and stakeholders, and assist with expansion plans.